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CTV News
3 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Wind, tree take down hydro lines in west London
London Hydro crews are working to restore power after a tree came down while being cut and wind blew down some power lines. July 17, 2025. (Source: London fire) More than 200 customers are without power in west London after the wind took out some power lines and a tree took out some others. According to London fire, The tree came down when someone was cutting it. Eastbound traffic on Riverside is blocked between Wilson Avenue an Belton Street. Fire crews have cleared the scene but hydro crews are still there working to restore power. london - outage map - july 2025 A map shows the area were customers have no power due to downed power lines. July 17, 2025. (Source: London Hydro) trees down - london power - july 2025 London Hydro crews are working to restore power after a tree came down while being cut and wind blew down some power lines. July 17, 2025. (Source: London fire)
CBS News
4 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Chicago at risk for severe storms, possible tornadoes Wednesday; wind damage is biggest threat
A line of afternoon severe storms could cause wind damage and possibly produce tornadoes in the Chicago area Wednesday. Storms are expected to develop west of Chicago around 3 p.m. and move swiftly east. The main window for severe storms is between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m., with the greatest chance of storms in the city between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. While the storms are expected to bring heavy downpours, they're also expected to move through the Chicago area much quicker than last week's storms that caused flash flooding on the West Side. As such, there is less of a flooding risk Wednesday evening but a greater chance of wind damage from strong, gusty winds. There is also a risk for tornadoes developing, which while low is also not zero. The majority of the Chicago area is under a level two "slight" risk of severe weather. Temperatures Wednesday will reach the 90s with noticeable humidity, driving real feel up towards 100 degrees. The storms will drop those temperatures drastically by about 20 degrees, with forecasted highs for Thursday only in the low 70s and cooler than we've seen in months.
CTV News
08-07-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Storm at northern Ont. park likely caused millions in damage
One pickup truck had extensive windshield damage with branches through the glass. A trailer had part of its front collapsed in from fallen trees. It has been a little over two weeks since a monster of a storm ripped through Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, just west of Mattawa, Ont., downing trees and trapping campers. Since then, investigators with the Northern Tornadoes Project have determined a strong downburst caused the damage and not a tornado. The cleanup process is ongoing, but's going to be a while before things are back to anything close to normal. Damage11 A trailer had part of its front collapsed in from fallen trees. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) This week, Warren Verina, the park's superintendent, took CTV News on a tour of the park to see the damage first-hand. It's an eerie feeling inside the campground. Thousands and thousands of trees were toppled by strong winds and heavy rainfall. 'The scope and scale are hard to fathom,' Verina said. The park's two campgrounds -- Babawasse and Jingwakoki -- bore the brunt of the storm. Campers forced to flee left behind tents, trailers and vehicles. One pickup truck had extensive windshield damage with branches through the glass. A trailer had part of its front collapsed in from fallen trees. 'This is the first major storm event that I've been part of and I've been with Ontario Parks for about 19 seasons.' — Warren Verina, park superintendent A nearby washroom facility, Verina said, was a safe haven for some campers who used it to shelter in place while the storm barrelled through. 'This is the first major storm event that I've been part of and I've been with Ontario Parks for about 19 seasons,' he said. Deeper into the campground is the Canadian Ecology Centre, where all 19 of the centre's cabins were damaged by fallen trees. Expand Autoplay 1 of 11 Damage10 It has been a little over two weeks since a monster of a storm ripped through Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, just west of Mattawa, Ont., downing trees and trapping campers. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage2 One pickup truck had extensive windshield damage with branches through the glass. A trailer had part of its front collapsed in from fallen trees. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Park damage1 Warren Verina, superintendent of Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, took CTV News on a tour of the park to see the damage first-hand. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage3 Thousands and thousands of trees were toppled by strong winds and heavy rainfall. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage4 Deeper into the campground is the Canadian Ecology Centre, where all 19 of the centre's cabins were damaged by fallen trees. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage5 The June 22 storm forced campers to flee left behind tents, trailers and vehicles. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage6 Investigators with the Northern Tornadoes Project have determined a strong downburst caused the damage and not a tornado. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage8 Deeper into the campground is the Canadian Ecology Centre, where all 19 of the centre's cabins were damaged by fallen trees. Assistant general manager Laura Kielpinski said the campground will begin removing the debris starting Wednesday. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage7 It has been a little over two weeks since a monster of a storm ripped through Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, just west of Mattawa, Ont., downing trees and trapping campers. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage9 About a dozen Ontario Parks staff members are helping subcontractors with campsite assessment as tree removal. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Damage11 A trailer had part of its front collapsed in from fallen trees. (Eric Taschner/CTV News) Assistant general manager Laura Kielpinski said the campground will begin removing the debris starting Wednesday. Then, staff can start getting a closer look at the extent of the damage. 'Some with trees that have gone through the roof, some have dents,' Kielpinski said. 'Our water system roof actually got kind of tilted off its foundation. So that will have to be fully replaced. But it looks like not too much damage inside.' About a dozen Ontario Parks staff members are helping subcontractors with campsite assessment as tree removal. Safety first 'The first priority is the safety of everybody and the safety of the site,' Kielpinski said. 'You just can't go anywhere. Any access point to water or trails is all tree-covered.' Ontario Parks is in contact with campers, updating them about when it will be safe for them to return to pick up their vehicles and other belongings. 'Jingwakoki Campground is still to be determined,' Verina said. 'But we're hopeful in the coming weeks to be able to gain access to Jingwakoki.' In total, around 300 campers were evacuated from the park and the nearby Kiosk Campground with the help of emergency responders and volunteers across the weekend of June 21-22. No one was killed, but there were several injuries, ranging from minor to serious. The nearby Town of Mattawa, east of the park, came to the rescue, setting up an evacuation centre for campers at the arena. Verina said some parts of the park could re-open by mid-August. But that's only if cleanup deadlines remain on schedule. 'In all reality, there's a lot of work that would have to happen between now and then to reopen,' he said. 'We do anticipate further impacts to people's vacations this summer. But we are working as quickly as possible.' While there's no damage price tag available at this time, Ontario Parks' best guess is that it's likely well into the millions of dollars. 'We appreciate everybody's patience,' Verina added.
CBS News
02-07-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Many across Minnesota experiencing more damage to roofs due to high winds
Aside from Minnesota nice, the other local constant is wind. Sean Lutgen, CEO of roofing company Lutgen Companies, says hail can weaken shingles which can cause leaks. He says the damage could be tricky to spot. "Without getting up on the roof, it's hard to see on the actual shingle," said Lutgen. "If they are seeing damage to their vehicles, probably have damage to their roof." While you pretty much have to spot hail damage from above, there are some ways to spot wind damage, from the ground. "Where the two ridges meet, there's a ridge cap that goes there. A lot of times we will see that as one of the first shingles that comes loose," said Lutgen. If a shingle comes loose, that also can lead to leaking. However, Lutgen says if hat happens, you don't always have to replace the roof. "You can just patch it in certain areas of the roof," said Lutgen. The key is catching the damage early. Lutgen said it's important to pay attention to what your roof looks like before there's any damage, getting a baseline and snapping some photos. "Wind damage has been more prevalent the last 8-9 months, than in the last decade or so," said Lutgen. Lutgen says catching damage early may also help decrease the amount you'll have to pay to get it fixed.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Georgia roofer is out $12,000 after State Farm approved homeowner's claim — then refused to pay out in full
When Cumming, Georgia, homeowner Venkat Garikapati's roof sustained heavy wind damage in 2021, he filed a claim with his home insurance company, State Farm, to have it fixed. However, State Farm only approved the replacement of 38 shingles and estimated the cost at $1,422.15 — less than Garikapati's $2,500 deductible — and closed the claim without paying, according to Atlanta News First. But Garikapati's roofer, David Garner, disputed the insurance company's assessment. "It was torn all to pieces," Garner told the local broadcaster of the roof's condition. "More than 70 shingles were creased or missing." Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Garner, along with a public adjuster, spent years trying to prove to State Farm that Garikapati's roof needed a full replacement to avoid further damage and leaking, reports Atlanta News First. State Farm kept denying the claim before finally approving a full roof replacement on April 25, 2024 — more than three years after the original claim. "They are never shy on collecting the monthly premium at all, but to get this approved took quite a long time," Garikapati said. Garner went ahead and did the work. But after the initial "actual cash value" check cleared, State Farm refused to pay the replacement cost in full, citing a clause in Garikapati's insurance policy that stipulates a repair or replacement must be completed within two years of the date of loss to receive additional payments. As a result, Garner is out $12,000 — and he blames State Farm fully. When a contractor does work on a home and isn't paid for it, they may be able to place a lien on the home. However, Garner doesn't want to do that to Garikapati. "It's not the homeowner's fault that this is taking place," Garner said. Despite the clause in Garikapati's insurance policy, Atlanta News First reports an attachment to State Farm's approval estimate stated: "Replacement cost benefits will be issued contingent completed of roof replacement and submission of photos, submission of photos, certificate of completion and or signed contract agreement with service provider." But when Garner submitted the paperwork, he said State Farm wouldn't pay up. "What am I supposed to do?" Garner asked. "I've already built the roof. I paid for the materials. I paid for the labor. Everything's done." Garikapati filed a complaint with the Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner in January, per Atlanta First News, but that went nowhere. 'The whole reason this claim took a long time to get approved is because deny and delay, deny and delay,' Garner said. Read more: Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says — and that 'anyone' can do it Atlanta News First says it looked at recent complaints filed with the commissioner's office and found that State Farm, the state's biggest insurer, had 892 complaints in 2024, up 126% from 2022. It also found that Allstate had 770 complaints, up 77% from 2022, while Progressive had 557, up 49% from 2022. The office did not supply information about the results of complaints. Garner feels like he's out of options — he doesn't think it would be financially feasible to sue State Farm, and he's not interested in holding Garikapati responsible. "He was operating in good faith, just like I was," Garner said. A spokesperson for State Farm told Atlanta News First "we believe we have provided every benefit available to the customer within their policy." So, what can you do if your home insurance company comes up short on funds or doesn't pay? First, you should read the terms of your policy carefully. What happened to Garikapati above wasn't exactly his fault, but it seems the fine print of his policy provided the insurance company with an out. Familiarizing himself with those details may have prevented the situation above from occurring. One thing you'll want to check your policy for is exclusions. There are certain things your insurer may not pay for, which should be outlined in your policy agreement. It's also important to read the terms of your claim approval carefully to make sure you and your contractor are in compliance. But from there, if you believe an insurer isn't paying out like it's supposed to, you should collect evidence. Document all of the work that was done so you can show if it was in accordance with what your insurer approved. That means taking pictures and getting a write-up from your contractor detailing the work performed. Your insurer may have tools in place for claims and payment denials. Follow those once you've gathered your documentation. If that doesn't work, you can try to file a complaint with your state's insurance agency. If that doesn't work, you may want to seek legal guidance. To be clear, there's a difference between your insurance company denying a claim and refusing to pay following an approval. There should be no expectation your insurer will pay out on a claim that's been denied. Also keep in mind that any contractor you hire may not be as understanding as Garner, and you don't want yours to come after you for their money. So, you should do all that you can to ensure everything is above board. 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